👉 Nonconsumption, also known as "non-consumption," is a concept in economics and sociology that refers to an individual's actions or choices that do not involve consumption. This could include things like avoiding waste, saving resources, supporting local businesses, and reducing one's carbon footprint. In nonconsumptiveness, the focus is on minimizing environmental impact rather than maximizing economic gain or personal satisfaction. The term comes from the Greek word "non," meaning neither nor, which means not consuming, not